The Data Stack Show
Each week we talk to data engineers, analysts, and data scientists about their experiences building and maintaining data infrastructure, delivering data and data products, and driving better outcomes across their businesses with data.
Episodes
Re-Air: AI, Abstractions, and the Future of Data Engineering with Pete Hunt of Dagster
This week on The Data Stack Show, Brooks and John welcome Pete Hunt, CEO of Dagster Labs. During this conversation, Pete takes listeners on a fascinating journey through the evolution of data platforms, sharing insights from his experiences at Facebook and X (Twitter). Pete discusses the critical challenges of managing data complexity, emphasizing the importance of software engineering best practi
Re-Air: Why Traditional Data Pipelines Are Broken (And How to Fix Them) with Ruben Burdin of Stacksync
This episode is a re-air of one of our most popular conversations, featuring insights worth revisiting. This week on The Data Stack Show, Eric and welcomes back Ruben Burdin, Founder and CEO of Stacksync as they together dismantle the myths surrounding zero-copy ETL and traditional data integration methods. Ruben reveals the complex challenges of two-way syncing between enterprise systems like Sal
Re-Air: Will AI Permanently Disrupt the Bundling and Unbundling Cycle?
This episode is a re-air of one of our most popular conversations, featuring insights worth revisiting. This week on The Data Stack Show, Eric Dodds and John Wessel explore how AI is reshaping the data industry, focusing on the ongoing cycles of bundling and unbundling within data infrastructure. They discuss the potential for closed ecosystems like Notion to deliver personalized, integrated exper
Re-Air: The End of Busywork: How AI Transforms Productivity at Scale with Alberto Rizzoli of V7
This episode is a re-air of one of our most popular conversations, featuring insights worth revisiting. This week on The Data Stack Show, AI entrepreneur Alberto Rizzoli shares his journey from early computer vision breakthroughs to leading the automation of back-office workflows at V7. The discussion explores the shift from bespoke model training to configurable AI solutions, the impact of automa
Re-Air: The Rise of the Citizen Developer: Solving Business Problems with Alteryx and AI with Andy Macmillan
This episode is a re-air of one of our most popular conversations, featuring insights worth revisiting. This week on The Data Stack Show, Brooks and John chat with Andy MacMillan, CEO of Alteryx. Andy discusses the evolving landscape of data and AI, focusing on empowering business users to solve complex problems. He explores the concept of "citizen developers" and how tools like Alteryx can bridge
Re-Air: AI and BI: The Future of Data Analytics with Mike Driscoll of Rill Data
This episode is a re-air of one of our most popular conversations, featuring insights worth revisiting. This week on The Data Stack Show, Eric and John welcome Michael Driscoll, Co-Founder and CEO of Rill Data. Mike discusses the transformative impact of AI on business intelligence (BI) and data analytics. He also explores the shift from traditional dashboard-based tools to more dynamic, code-driv
Re-Air: Data Tools, Templates, and the Trouble with “Easy” Solutions with the Cynical Data Guy
This episode is a re-air of one of our most popular conversations, featuring insights worth revisiting. This week on The Data Stack Show, John and Matt bring you another edition of the Cynical Data Guy. John and Matt dive into the evolution of customer data infrastructure, the growing influence of low-code tools like Clay, and the blurred lines around the “engineer” title in modern data roles. The
Re-Air: Data Teams at the Crossroads: Proving Value in a Changing Business Landscape with Ben Rogojan
This episode is a re-air of one of our most popular conversations, featuring insights worth revisiting. Thank you for being part of the Data Stack community. Stay up to date with the latest episodes at datastackshow.com.This week on The Data Stack Show, John welcomes back repeat-guest Ben Rogojan, Owner and Data Consultant of Seattle Data Guy. John and Ben discuss the evolving relationship between
Re-Air: From Anxiety to Advantage: Navigating Data’s AI Revolution with Barry McCardel of Hex
This episode is a re-air of one of our most popular conversations, featuring insights worth revisiting. Thank you for being part of the Data Stack community. Stay up to date with the latest episodes at datastackshow.com.This week on The Data Stack Show, Barry McCardel, CEO and Co-Founder of Hex, joins Eric Dodds and John Wessel to discuss the transformative impact of AI on data teams and the broad
Re-Air: Confidently Wrong: Why AI Needs Tools (and So Do We)
This episode is a re-air of one of our most popular conversations from this year, featuring insights worth revisiting. Thank you for being part of the Data Stack community. Stay up to date with the latest episodes at datastackshow.com.This week on The Data Stack Show, John and Matt dive into the latest trends in AI, discussing the evolution of GPT models, the role of tools in reducing hallucinatio
Re-Air: Bridging Gaps: DevRel, Marketing Synergies, and the Future of Data with Pedram Navid of Dagster Labs
This episode is a re-air of one of our most popular conversations from this year, featuring insights worth revisiting. Thank you for being part of the Data Stack community. Stay up to date with the latest episodes at datastackshow.com. This week on The Data Stack Show, John and Matt welcome Pedram Navid, Chief Dashboard Officer at Dagster Labs. During the conversation, Pedram shares his career evo
Re-Air: Context is King: Building Intelligent AI Analytics Platforms with Paul Blankley of Zenlytic
This episode is a re-air of one of our most popular conversations from this year, featuring insights worth revisiting. Thank you for being part of the Data Stack community. Stay up to date with the latest episodes at datastackshow.com. This week on The Data Stack Show, John chats with Paul Blankley, Founder and CTO of Zenlytic, live from Denver! Paul and John discuss the rapid evolution of AI in b
Re-Air: AI is All About Working with Data with Kostas Pardalis of typedef
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Re-Air: From PDFs to BI and Beyond: The Future of the Data Frontend with Ryan Dolley of GoodData
This episode is a re-air of one of our most popular conversations from this year, featuring insights worth revisiting. Thank you for being part of the Data Stack community. Stay up to date with the latest episodes at datastackshow.com. This week on The Data Stack Show, Ryan Dolley joins Eric and John to discuss his unique journey from playwriting to leading product strategy in the data industry. T
Re-Air: The Data Economy: Turning Information into a Tradable Commodity with Viktor Kessler of Vakamo
This episode is a re-air of one of our most popular conversations from this year, featuring insights worth revisiting. Thank you for being part of the Data Stack community. Stay up to date with the latest episodes at datastackshow.com. This week on The Data Stack Show, the crew brings you another conversation live from Data Council in Oakland, California. In this episode, Viktor Kessler from Vakam
Re-Air: The Future of AI: Superhuman Intelligence, Autonomous Coding, and the Path to AGI with Misha Laskin of ReflectionAI
This episode is a re-air of one of our most popular conversations from this year, featuring insights worth revisiting. Thank you for being part of the Data Stack community. Stay up to date with the latest episodes at datastackshow.com.This week on The Data Stack Show, Eric and John welcome Misha Laskin, Co-Founder and CEO of ReflectionAI. Misha shares his journey from theoretical physics to AI, de
Re-Air: Ringing Out the Old: AI's Role in Redefining Data Teams, Tools, and Business Models
This episode is a re-air of one of our most popular conversations from this year, featuring insights worth revisiting. Thank you for being part of the Data Stack community. Stay up to date with the latest episodes at datastackshow.com.This week on The Data Stack Show, Eric and John explore the transformative impact of artificial intelligence (AI) on technology and business. They discuss AI's rapid
265: From Anxiety to Advantage: Navigating Data’s AI Revolution with Barry McCardel of Hex
This week on The Data Stack Show, Barry McCardel, CEO and Co-Founder of Hex, joins Eric Dodds and John Wessel to discuss the transformative impact of AI on data teams and the broader data industry. The conversation explores how AI is reshaping workflows, team structures, and the very definition of data roles, while also addressing the anxieties and opportunities that come with rapid change. Barry
The PRQL: Redefining Data Roles in an AI World with Barry McCardel of Hex
In this bonus episode, Eric and John preview their upcoming conversation with Barry McCardel of Hex.The Data Stack Show is a weekly podcast powered by RudderStack, customer data infrastructure that enables you to deliver real-time customer event data everywhere it’s needed to power smarter decisions and better customer experiences. Each week, we’ll talk to data engineers, analysts, and data scient
264: Infrastructure as Code Meets AI: Simplifying Complexity in the Cloud with Alexander Patrushev of Nebius
This week on The Data Stack Show, Alexander Patrushev joins John to share his journey from working on mainframes at IBM to leading AI infrastructure innovation at Nebius, with stops at VMware and AWS along the way. The discussion explores the evolution of AI and cloud infrastructure, the five pillars of successful machine learning projects, and the unique challenges of building and operating moder
The PRQL: Powering the Future: AI Infrastructure, Energy, and the Cloud Revolution with Alexander Patrushev of Nebius
In this bonus episode, John previews the upcoming conversation with Alexander Patrushev of Nebius.The Data Stack Show is a weekly podcast powered by RudderStack, customer data infrastructure that enables you to deliver real-time customer event data everywhere it’s needed to power smarter decisions and better customer experiences. Each week, we’ll talk to data engineers, analysts, and data scientis
263: The End of Busywork: How AI Transforms Productivity at Scale with Alberto Rizzoli of V7
This week on The Data Stack Show, AI entrepreneur Alberto Rizzoli shares his journey from early computer vision breakthroughs to leading the automation of back-office workflows at V7. The discussion explores the shift from bespoke model training to configurable AI solutions, the impact of automation on business roles, and emerging best practices for integrating AI into enterprises. Listeners will
The PRQL: The Human and Machine Future of Work with Alberto Rizzoli of V7
In this bonus episode, Eric and John preview their upcoming conversation with Alberto Rizzoli of V7.The Data Stack Show is a weekly podcast powered by RudderStack, customer data infrastructure that enables you to deliver real-time customer event data everywhere it’s needed to power smarter decisions and better customer experiences. Each week, we’ll talk to data engineers, analysts, and data scient
262: From PDFs to BI and Beyond: The Future of the Data Frontend with Ryan Dolley of GoodData
This week on The Data Stack Show, Ryan Dolley joins Eric and John to discuss his unique journey from playwriting to leading product strategy in the data industry. The conversation explores the evolution of business intelligence (BI), the growing influence of AI on analytics, and the shifting skill sets required for data professionals. Key topics include the challenges of adapting to rapid technolo
The PRQL: Rewriting the Data Playbook: How AI and Storytelling Are Shaping BI’s Future with Ryan Dolley of GoodData
In this bonus episode, Eric and John preview their upcoming conversation with Ryan Dolley of GoodData.The Data Stack Show is a weekly podcast powered by RudderStack, customer data infrastructure that enables you to deliver real-time customer event data everywhere it’s needed to power smarter decisions and better customer experiences. Each week, we’ll talk to data engineers, analysts, and data scie
261: Will AI Permanently Disrupt the Bundling and Unbundling Cycle?
This week on The Data Stack Show, Eric Dodds and John Wessel explore how AI is reshaping the data industry, focusing on the ongoing cycles of bundling and unbundling within data infrastructure. They discuss the potential for closed ecosystems like Notion to deliver personalized, integrated experiences and examine recent industry moves such as Fivetran’s acquisitions. The conversation also highligh
260: Return of the Dodds: APIs, Automation, and the Art of Data Team Survival
This week on The Data Stack Show, the crew welcomes Eric Dodds back to the show as they dive into the realities of integrating AI and large language models into data team workflows. Eric, Matt and John discuss the promise and pitfalls of AI-driven automation, the persistent challenges of working with APIs, and the evolution from big data tools to AI-powered solutions. The conversation also highlig
259: AI is All About Working with Data with Kostas Pardalis of typedef
This week on The Data Stack Show, Eric and John welcome back Kostas Pardalis, long-time co-host of the Data Stack Show and now Co-Founder of typedef. The group discusses the rapid evolution of AI and data infrastructure. The conversation also explores how AI is accelerating industry change, the challenges of integrating large language models (LLMs) into data workflows, and the limitations of curre
The PRQL: He’s Back! How typedef is Changing Data Workflows with Kostas Pardalis
In this bonus episode, Eric and John welcome back longtime co-host of the Data Stack Show Kostas Pardalis to talk through all things AI and his co-founding of typedef.The Data Stack Show is a weekly podcast powered by RudderStack, customer data infrastructure that enables you to deliver real-time customer event data everywhere it’s needed to power smarter decisions and better customer experiences.
258: Confidently Wrong: Why AI Needs Tools (and So Do We)
This week on The Data Stack Show, John and Matt dive into the latest trends in AI, discussing the evolution of GPT models, the role of tools in reducing hallucinations, and the ongoing debate between data warehouses and agent-based approaches. They also explore the complexities of risk-taking in data teams, drawing lessons from Nate Silver’s book on risk and sharing real-world analogies from cyber
The PRQL: Hallucinations, Tools, and Data Wars: Inside the Minds of Data Pros
In this bonus episode, John and Matt preview their upcoming conversation about trends in AI, the evolution of GPT modes and the ongoing debate between data warehouses and agent-based approaches.The Data Stack Show is a weekly podcast powered by RudderStack, customer data infrastructure that enables you to deliver real-time customer event data everywhere it’s needed to power smarter decisions and b
257: Data Tools, Templates, and the Trouble with “Easy” Solutions with the Cynical Data Guy
This week on The Data Stack Show, John and Matt bring you another edition of the Cynical Data Guy. John and Matt dive into the evolution of customer data infrastructure, the growing influence of low-code tools like Clay, and the blurred lines around the “engineer” title in modern data roles. They also discuss the trade-offs between SaaS adoption and building custom solutions, the pitfalls of enter
The PRQL: Simplicity, SaaS, and the Art of Data Engineering with the Cynical Data Guy
In this bonus episode, John and Matt preview the next installment of the Cynical Data Guy. The Data Stack Show is a weekly podcast powered by RudderStack, customer data infrastructure that enables you to deliver real-time customer event data everywhere it’s needed to power smarter decisions and better customer experiences. Each week, we’ll talk to data engineers, analysts, and data scientists abou
256: The Rise of the Citizen Developer: Solving Business Problems with Alteryx and AI with Andy MacMillan
This week on The Data Stack Show, Brooks and John chat with Andy MacMillan, CEO of Alteryx. Andy discusses the evolving landscape of data and AI, focusing on empowering business users to solve complex problems. He explores the concept of "citizen developers" and how tools like Alteryx can bridge the gap between IT and business teams by democratizing data access. The conversation also emphasizes th
The PRQL: Cloud Platforms, AI, and the Future of Business Analytics with Andy MacMillan of Alteryx
In this bonus episode, Brooks and John preview their upcoming conversation with Andy MacMillan of Alteryx.The Data Stack Show is a weekly podcast powered by RudderStack, customer data infrastructure that enables you to deliver real-time customer event data everywhere it’s needed to power smarter decisions and better customer experiences. Each week, we’ll talk to data engineers, analysts, and data
255: When Dashboards Lie: Unpacking the Myths of Self-Service Analytics with the Cynical Data Guy
This week on The Data Stack Show, John and Matt bring you another edition of the Cynical Data Guy. John and Matt dive into the quirky world of data analytics, exploring common challenges like unrealistic data requests, the limitations of self-service BI, and the evolving role of data analysts. They also discuss the importance of understanding business context, the need for effective data storytell
The PRQL: Self-Service BI: Why Dashboards Collect Dust with the Cynical Data Guy
In this bonus episode, John and Matt preview the next edition of the Cynical Data Guy. The Data Stack Show is a weekly podcast powered by RudderStack, customer data infrastructure that enables you to deliver real-time customer event data everywhere it’s needed to power smarter decisions and better customer experiences. Each week, we’ll talk to data engineers, analysts, and data scientists about th
254: Context is King: Building Intelligent AI Analytics Platforms with Paul Blankley of Zenlytic
This week on The Data Stack Show, John chats with Paul Blankley, Founder and CTO of Zenlytic, live from Denver! Paul and John discuss the rapid evolution of AI in business intelligence, highlighting how AI is transforming data analysis and decision-making. Paul also explores the potential of AI as an "employee" that can handle complex analytical tasks, from unstructured data processing to proactiv
The PRQL: Breaking Down BI: How AI is Rewriting the Rules with Paul Blankley of Zenlytic
In this bonus episode, John previews the upcoming conversation with Paul Blankley of Zenlytic. The Data Stack Show is a weekly podcast powered by RudderStack, customer data infrastructure that enables you to deliver real-time customer event data everywhere it’s needed to power smarter decisions and better customer experiences. Each week, we’ll talk to data engineers, analysts, and data scientists
253: Why Traditional Data Pipelines Are Broken (And How to Fix Them) with Ruben Burdin of Stacksync
This week on The Data Stack Show, Eric and welcomes back Ruben Burdin, Founder and CEO of Stacksync as they together dismantle the myths surrounding zero-copy ETL and traditional data integration methods. Ruben reveals the complex challenges of two-way syncing between enterprise systems like Salesforce, HubSpot, and NetSuite, highlighting how existing tools often create more problems than solution
The PRQL: Zero Copy ETL: Myth vs Reality with Ruben Burdin of Stacksync
In this bonus episode, Eric and John preview their upcoming conversation with Ruben Burdin of Stacksync.The Data Stack Show is a weekly podcast powered by RudderStack, customer data infrastructure that enables you to deliver real-time customer event data everywhere it’s needed to power smarter decisions and better customer experiences. Each week, we’ll talk to data engineers, analysts, and data sc
252: What the Heck is Happening in Data Right Now with the Cynical Data Guy
This week on The Data Stack Show, Eric and John welcome back Matt Kelliher-Gibson for another edition of the Cynical Data Guy. The group explores the current state of data engineering and team dynamics while critically examining the evolving landscape of analytics engineering, dissecting the hype around the modern data stack and its tools. The conversation also explores the challenges of data team
The PRQL: Data Engineering in 2025: Tooling, Headcount, and Survival Strategies with the Cynical Data Guy
The Data Stack Show is a weekly podcast powered by RudderStack, customer data infrastructure that enables you to deliver real-time customer event data everywhere it’s needed to power smarter decisions and better customer experiences. Each week, we’ll talk to data engineers, analysts, and data scientists about their experience around building and maintaining data infrastructure, delivering data and
251: Data Teams at the Crossroads: Proving Value in a Changing Business Landscape with Ben Rogojan
Highlights from this week’s conversation include:Technical Freelancer Academy & Consulting Community (1:21)Evolution of Data Teams and Technology (2:52)Data Team Growth and Output vs. Outcome (4:47)Internal Optimization vs. Client-Facing Data Work (7:23)Audience, Delivery Mechanisms, and Actionability (12:40)Proving ROI and Prioritizing Work (15:27)Practical Tips for Data Team-Business Alignment (
The PRQL: Beyond Dashboards: Selling Data Value to the Business with Ben Rogojan
The Data Stack Show is a weekly podcast powered by RudderStack, customer data infrastructure that enables you to deliver real-time customer event data everywhere it’s needed to power smarter decisions and better customer experiences. Each week, we’ll talk to data engineers, analysts, and data scientists about their experience around building and maintaining data infrastructure, delivering data and
250: The Chat Interface Debate: Is Text Really the Future?
Highlights from this week’s conversation include:Dashboard vs. Chatbot Discussion (1:40)The Future of Chat Interfaces (3:03)Vibe Revenue Concept (6:36)AI's Early Days Compared to the Internet (10:14)OpenAI and Hardware Collaboration (13:09)Challenges of Hardware Development (16:20)Productivity in Programming Languages (18:18)Critique of 'Language is Dead' Posts (21:34)Legacy Systems in Use (22:34)
249: Quacking Through Data: Duckdb's Emerging Ecosystem
This week on The Data Stack Show, John Wessel and Matt Kelliher-Gibson dive into the recent Duck Lake announcement, exploring the evolving landscape of data analytics technologies. They discuss DuckDB's role as a lightweight, local analytics database and its potential as a caching layer for open table formats like Iceberg. The conversation also highlights the current state of data storage standard
248: AI and BI: The Future of Data Analytics with Michael Driscoll of Rill Data
This week on The Data Stack Show, Eric and John welcome Michael Driscoll, Co-Founder and CEO of Rill Data. Mike discusses the transformative impact of AI on business intelligence (BI) and data analytics. He also explores the shift from traditional dashboard-based tools to more dynamic, code-driven, and AI-powered interfaces that provide deeper insights. During the conversation, the group emphasize
The PRQL: The Metrics-First Approach: Transforming How We Understand Data with Michael Driscoll of Rill Data
The Data Stack Show is a weekly podcast powered by RudderStack, customer data infrastructure that enables you to deliver real-time customer event data everywhere it’s needed to power smarter decisions and better customer experiences. Each week, we’ll talk to data engineers, analysts, and data scientists about their experience around building and maintaining data infrastructure, delivering data and
247: Consulting Firms, AI Strategies, and the $100K Question with the Cynical Data Guy
Highlights from this week’s conversation include:The Cynical Data Guy Returns (1:11)Klarna's AI Shift (2:08)Sensational Headlines in Tech (4:31)Impact of AI on Jobs (8:19)Cost of AI Strategy (10:21)Consulting Strategies and Company Differentiation (12:26)Brand Recognition in Consulting (14:48)Critique of Outsourcing Thought (17:10)Future of Consulting with AI (19:37)The Fragility of Data Systems (
The PRQL: Cynical Data Guy: Unpacking Tech's Latest Hype Cycles
The Data Stack Show is a weekly podcast powered by RudderStack, customer data infrastructure that enables you to deliver real-time customer event data everywhere it’s needed to power smarter decisions and better customer experiences. Each week, we’ll talk to data engineers, analysts, and data scientists about their experience around building and maintaining data infrastructure, delivering data and
246: AI, Abstractions, and the Future of Data Engineering with Pete Hunt of Dagster
Highlights from this week’s conversation include:Pete's Background and Journey in Data (1:36)Evolution of Data Practices (3:02)Integration Challenges with Acquired Companies (5:13)Trust and Safety as a Service (8:12)Transition to Dagster (11:26)Value Creation in Networking (14:42)Observability in Data Pipelines (18:44)The Era of Big Complexity (21:38)Abstraction as a Tool for Complexity (24:41)Com
The PRQL: Breaking Down Silos: Collaborative Data Engineering in the AI Era with Pete Hunt of Dagster
The Data Stack Show is a weekly podcast powered by RudderStack, customer data infrastructure that enables you to deliver real-time customer event data everywhere it’s needed to power smarter decisions and better customer experiences. Each week, we’ll talk to data engineers, analysts, and data scientists about their experience around building and maintaining data infrastructure, delivering data and
245: The Future of Data: Postgres, Iceberg, and Operational Analytics with Pranav Aurora of Mooncake Labs
Highlights from this week’s conversation include:Pranav’s Background and Journey in Data (1:10)Backstory of Mooncake Labs (2:05)PostgreSQL as a Force (4:47)Curiosity in Product Management (7:33)Challenges with Iceberg (11:12)Go-to-Market Strategy (13:52)Building Community Engagement (15:56)Importance of Feedback (18:26)AI Integration in Mooncake Labs (21:29)Innovation in data interaction (23:49)Po
The PRQL: Zero to One: Navigating the Challenges of a Data Infrastructure Startup
The Data Stack Show is a weekly podcast powered by RudderStack, the CDP for developers. Each week we’ll talk to data engineers, analysts, and data scientists about their experience around building and maintaining data infrastructure, delivering data and data products, and driving better outcomes across their businesses with data.RudderStack helps businesses make the most out of their customer data
244: Postgres to ClickHouse: Simplifying the Modern Data Stack with Aaron Katz & Sai Krishna Srirampur
Highlights from this week’s conversation include:Background of ClickHouse (1:14)PostgreSQL Data Replication Tool (3:19)Emerging Technologies Observations (7:25)Observability and Market Dynamics (11:26)Product Development Challenges (12:39)Challenges with PostgreSQL Performance (15:30)Philosophy of Open Source (18:01)Open Source Advantages (22:56)Simplified Stack Vision (24:48)End-to-End Use Cases
The PRQL: Data Migration Made Easy: Postgres, ClickHouse, and the Future of Analytics with Aaron Katz and Sai Krishna Srirampur
The Data Stack Show is a weekly podcast powered by RudderStack, the CDP for developers. Each week we’ll talk to data engineers, analysts, and data scientists about their experience around building and maintaining data infrastructure, delivering data and data products, and driving better outcomes across their businesses with data.RudderStack helps businesses make the most out of their customer data
243: The Data Economy: Turning Information into a Tradable Commodity with Viktor Kessler of Vakamo
Highlights from this week’s conversation include:Viktor's Background and Journey in Data (1:20)Evolution of Data Architecture (4:41)The Lakehouse Concept (7:12)Open Source Innovation (11:05)Data Production and Decentralization (15:06)Governance in Decentralized Systems (18:53)Data Economy and Monetization (21:15)Security Concerns in Data Processing (24:21)Impact on Data Consumers (27:37)Compaction
The PRQL: Governance, Flexibility, and the Future of Enterprise Data with Viktor Kessler of Vakamo
The Data Stack Show is a weekly podcast powered by RudderStack, the CDP for developers. Each week we’ll talk to data engineers, analysts, and data scientists about their experience around building and maintaining data infrastructure, delivering data and data products, and driving better outcomes across their businesses with data.RudderStack helps businesses make the most out of their customer data
242: The Data Convergence: How Operational and Analytical Data Are Merging with Ruben Burdin of Stacksync
Highlights from this week’s conversation include:Ruben's Background (1:14)Defining Operational Data (5:20)The Convergence of Operational and Analytical Data (10:53)Evolution from Data Warehousing to Fulfillment Centers (13:19)Challenges of API Integration (18:25)Understanding Data Complexity (22:18)Database vs. API Calls (25:32)Real-Time Database Views (28:15)The Evolution of Data Technology (32:3
The PRQL: Two-Way Sync: The Future of Database Communication with Ruben Burdin of Stacksync
The Data Stack Show is a weekly podcast powered by RudderStack, the CDP for developers. Each week we’ll talk to data engineers, analysts, and data scientists about their experience around building and maintaining data infrastructure, delivering data and data products, and driving better outcomes across their businesses with data.RudderStack helps businesses make the most out of their customer data
241: Marketing Meets Data: Measuring Impact and Driving Results with Pedram Navid of Dagster Labs
Highlights from this week’s conversation include:Pedram’s Background and Journey in Data (1:13)Marketing vs. Data Engineering (2:30)Understanding Marketing Pressures (4:16)Attribution Models and Accountability (8:13)Balancing Marketing and Team Management (12:25)Introduction to Dagster Components (15:00)AI Integration with Data Engineering (19:05)Challenges in Data Support (22:05)Self-Service Data
The PRQL: Shifting Gears: From Code to Marketing in the Data World with Pedram Navid of Dagster Labs
The Data Stack Show is a weekly podcast powered by RudderStack, the CDP for developers. Each week we’ll talk to data engineers, analysts, and data scientists about their experience around building and maintaining data infrastructure, delivering data and data products, and driving better outcomes across their businesses with data.RudderStack helps businesses make the most out of their customer data
240: Data Council Insights from a Waymo: Postgres and the Future of the Data Stack
Highlights from this week’s conversation include:Recording from a Waymo (0:54)Future of Data Technology (2:45)AI Integration in Data Work (4:20)Speeding Up Data Experiences (5:29)Snapshot Conversations with Founders (9:52)Diversity of Perspectives on Postgres (12:37)Cultural Significance of Database Mascots (14:09)Incubation and Success of Open Source Projects (16:43)Final Thoughts and Takeaways (
The PRQL: Data Council Debrief
The Data Stack Show is a weekly podcast powered by RudderStack, the CDP for developers. Each week we’ll talk to data engineers, analysts, and data scientists about their experience around building and maintaining data infrastructure, delivering data and data products, and driving better outcomes across their businesses with data.RudderStack helps businesses make the most out of their customer data
239: How AI is Transforming Product Development with Thomas Kuckoff, Senior Product Manager at Omron Automation
Highlights from this week’s conversation include:Introduction of Panelists (2:15)Understanding Product Development (4:42)Three Stages of Product Development (7:53)Collaboration Across Teams (11:20)Understanding Customer Pain Points (12:31)Designers, Explainers, and Sustainers Framework (15:17)AI in Product Development (18:09)Using AI Responsibly (22:53)AI in Sustaining Product Development (24:57)B
238: What Every Developer Needs to Know About Microservices in 2025 with Mark Fussell, Founder & CEO at Diagrid
Highlights from this week’s conversation include:Mark’s Background and Journey in Data (1:08)Mark’s Time at Microsoft (5:33)Internal Adoption of Azure (9:20)Understanding Pain Points (11:06)Complexity in Software Development (13:15)Microservices Architecture Overview (17:15)Microservices vs. Monolith (22:08)Modernizing Legacy Applications (24:39)Dependency Management with Dapr (29:43)Infrastructur
The PRQL: From Monoliths to Microservices with Mark Fussell, Founder & CEO at Diagrid
The Data Stack Show is a weekly podcast powered by RudderStack, the CDP for developers. Each week we’ll talk to data engineers, analysts, and data scientists about their experience around building and maintaining data infrastructure, delivering data and data products, and driving better outcomes across their businesses with data.RudderStack helps businesses make the most out of their customer data
237: Startups, Sales, and Spreadsheets: How a Real Estate Developer Built an AI Company
Highlights from this week’s conversation include:Willz’s Background and Journey (1:25)Discussing Real Estate Data Challenges (2:58)Inspiration for Software Creation (4:05)From Spreadsheet to Software (9:04)Challenges in Ownership Identification (12:24)Company Acquisition (16:00)Pitching Investors with Data Tools (18:46)Lessons Learned from Selling the Company (21:45)The Journey to Ready (26:55)Sal
The PRQL: Willz Tolbert’s Journey Through Real Estate and AI
The Data Stack Show is a weekly podcast powered by RudderStack, the CDP for developers. Each week we’ll talk to data engineers, analysts, and data scientists about their experience around building and maintaining data infrastructure, delivering data and data products, and driving better outcomes across their businesses with data.RudderStack helps businesses make the most out of their customer data
236: Ringing Out the Old: AI's Role in Redefining Data Teams, Tools, and Business Models
Highlights from this week’s conversation include:The Impact of AI (1:25)Historical Context of Technology (2:31)Pre-existing Infrastructure for Change (4:42)AI as a Personal Assistant (7:10)Future of Company Roles (9:13)Managing Teams in a Dystopian AI Future (12:31)Business Architecture Choices (15:52)Integration Tool Usage (18:07)AI's Impact on Data Roles (21:53)AI as an Interface (24:04)Trust in
The PRQL: AI, SaaS, and the End of Job Titles with Eric Dodds and John Wessel
The Data Stack Show is a weekly podcast powered by RudderStack, the CDP for developers. Each week we’ll talk to data engineers, analysts, and data scientists about their experience around building and maintaining data infrastructure, delivering data and data products, and driving better outcomes across their businesses with data.RudderStack helps businesses make the most out of their customer data
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The PRQL: What AI Founders Need to Know About Data (Before It’s Too Late) with Pete Soderling of Zero Prime Ventures
The Data Stack Show is a weekly podcast powered by RudderStack, the CDP for developers. Each week we’ll talk to data engineers, analysts, and data scientists about their experience around building and maintaining data infrastructure, delivering data and data products, and driving better outcomes across their businesses with data.RudderStack helps businesses make the most out of their customer data
234: The Cynical Data Guy on AI, Data Tools, and the Future of Coding
Highlights from this week’s conversation include:AI in Transcription Services (1:11)The Future of AI Companies (5:09)Potential Risks of AI Tools (8:57)Learning vs. Dependency in Programming (10:17)The Journey of a Data Analyst (12:07)AI and Coding Skills (14:06)Abstraction in Data Tools (16:59)Data Design and AI (19:07)User Experience vs. AI Automation (22:10)AGI and Data Mesh (24:36)Blank Screen
The PRQL: From Code to No-Code: How AI is Reshaping Data Work with the Cynical Data Guy
The Data Stack Show is a weekly podcast powered by RudderStack, the CDP for developers. Each week we’ll talk to data engineers, analysts, and data scientists about their experience around building and maintaining data infrastructure, delivering data and data products, and driving better outcomes across their businesses with data.RudderStack helps businesses make the most out of their customer data
233: The Power of a Triple Threat in Data: Business, Engineering, and Strategy with Solomon Kahn of Delivery Layer and Top Data People
Highlights from this week’s conversation include:Solomon’s Background and Journey in Data (0:38)The Importance of a Triple Threat Data Person (5:14)Sports Sponsorship Analysis at Nielsen (7:31)Challenges of Implementing AI in Business (11:09)Understanding Data Delivery Models (14:18)Innovating Data Delivery (17:38)Modern Data Sharing Framework (19:09)Account Management in Data Sharing (23:43)Data
The PRQL: From Data Engineer to Data Entrepreneur with Solomon Kahn of Delivery Layer and Top Data People
The Data Stack Show is a weekly podcast powered by RudderStack, the CDP for developers. Each week we’ll talk to data engineers, analysts, and data scientists about their experience around building and maintaining data infrastructure, delivering data and data products, and driving better outcomes across their businesses with data.RudderStack helps businesses make the most out of their customer data
232: Building a Business Solo: Streaming Data, Synthetic Testing, and Startup Lessons with Michael Drogalis of ShadowTraffic.io
Highlights from this week’s conversation include:Michael's Background and Journey in Data (0:24)Synthetic Data Challenges (1:49)Open Source Project Development (4:20)Founding Distributed Masonry (5:56)Acquisition by Confluent (7:27)Introduction to Shadow Traffic (10:57)Observations on Streaming Data (12:33)Importance of Timestamps in Testing (16:22)Customer Workflows with Shadow Traffic (19:09)Art
The PRQL: Solopreneurship, Streaming Data, and Synthetic Testing with Michael Drogalis of ShadowTraffic.io
The Data Stack Show is a weekly podcast powered by RudderStack, the CDP for developers. Each week we’ll talk to data engineers, analysts, and data scientists about their experience around building and maintaining data infrastructure, delivering data and data products, and driving better outcomes across their businesses with data.RudderStack helps businesses make the most out of their customer data
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